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UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Wednesday, June 19 - Sunday, June 23
    Unchained: Play by Play Festival
    17th annual fesitval, w/8 world premieres. Some of country’s best contemporary dramatists explore the ways we loosen the chains we’ve forged and sometimes tighten them. Wed & Thu 7:30pm, Fri & Sat 8pm and Sun 2pm. Phone: 518-822-9667. Email: contact@stageworkshudson.org. Url: http://stageworkshudson.org.

  • Thursday, June 20
    Dragonflies & Damselflies
    21st Century Damsels and Dragonsw/ Audubon educator Larry Federman; for children & families at 10am, $5. Phone: 518-828-0135. Url: http://olana.org.

  • Friday, June 21
    Bach Sonatas
    Aston Magna Concert w/Daniel Stepner, violin, and Peter Sykes, harpsichord for an evening of J. S. Bach's six sonatas for violin and harpsichord. Concert at 8pm. Pre-concert lecture one hour before. Phone: 845-758-7887. Email: astonmagna@optonline.net. Url: http://astonmagna.org.

  • Friday, June 21 - Sunday, June 23
    A Little Night Music
    Rhinebeck Theatre Society presentation: Story revolves around tangled web of love affairs; past and present lovers; a witty, farcical and dramatic musical celebration of love (with song "Send In the Clowns") . Directed by Ellen Honig Fri–Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. Phone: 845-876-3080. Url: http://centerforperformingarts.org.

  • Friday, June 21
    Yoga Sun Salutations
    To celebrate 50 yrs of Scenic Hudson! Meet mid-bridge on the Walkway and bring towel & yoga mat. 10:30am–noon. Phone: 845-473-4440. Url: http://scenichudson.org.

  • Saturday, June 22
    Miami String Quartet
    W/artistic directors Sharon Robinson and Jaime Laredo. Beethoven, String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 95, "Serioso"; Shostakovich, String Quartet No. 9 in E-flat Major, Op. 117; Mendelssohn, String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 80; at 8pm. HV Chamber Music Circle. Phone: 845-339-7907. Email: hvcmc.bardcenter@gmail.com. Url: http://hvcmc.org.

  • Saturday, June 22
    The DownTown Ensemble
    Featuring new music of open instrumentation, the Ensemble returns to HOH with a program of sound/text works. $15/ $12. 8pm. Phone: 518-822-1438. Email: info@hudsonoperahouse.org. Url: http://hudsonoperahouse.org.

  • Saturday, June 22
    Children's Play Day
    Learn about lives of children who lived 200 years ago. For ages 6–12. Free, from 11am–1pm. Phone: 518-537-4240. Url: http://friendsofclermont.org .

  • Saturday, June 22 - Sunday, June 23
    The Persephone Project http
    This Hudson teen theatre project (http), will perform matinees; free for all ages. Call HOH for times and more info. Phone: 518-822-1438. Email: info@hudsonoperahouse.org. Url: http://hudsonoperahouse.org.

  • Sunday, June 23
    Herb Walk & Talk
    W/Dana and Michael Eudy at their Germantown CSA herb farm & apothecary. Sign up at library or by email. Phone: 518-537-5800. Email: germantownlibraryevents@yahoo.com. Url: http://germantownlibrary.org.

  • Wednesday, June 26
    Meeting at Climbery
    Meet at The Climbery in Livingston. Visitors welcome, but pls. sign up. Call Brenda Brockett at number given for time and registration.

  • Friday, June 28
    Masterworks of Bach & Marais
    Aston Magna Concert: Bach's Jauchzet Gott in allen Laenden & the Second Brandenburg & music of Marin Marais (featured in the film Tous les matins du monde. W/soprano Dominique Labelle. Concert at 8pm; pre-concert lecture an hour before. Phone: 845-758-7887. Email: astonmagna@optonline.net. Url: http://astonmagna.org.

  • Friday, June 28
    Summer Reading Kickoff
    With Dan Liebel and his snakes, turtles, lizards and other reptile friends. Snacks, games, prizes and chance to sign up for summer reading program. At 6pm. Phone: 845-757-3771. Email: tivolilibrary@gmail.com. Url: http://tivolilibrary.org.

  • Friday, June 28 - Sunday, June 30
    Pop-Up Sale and Show
    One weekend only! Fine art in variety of mediums by 20 Hudson River Valley artists. Cash and carry, come early, stay late. Reception 6/29 from 6–8 pm. Gallery Hours: Fri 5–9, Sat 1–9, Sun 1–5. Email: mtcole@valstar.net. Url: http://tivoliartistsco-op.com.

  • Saturday, June 29
    Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson Trio
    Program: Beethoven, Trio, Op 1, No. 2; Previn, Trio No. 2; Brahms, Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25; at 8pm. HV Chamber Music Circle. Phone: 845-339-7907. Email: hvcmc.bardcenter@gmail.com. Url: http://hvcmc.org.

  • Saturday, June 29
    Amy Helm for RH Education
    3rd annual benefit, featuring local vocalist/musician, for Red Hook Education Foundation, helping to develop & promote special opportunities to Red Hook Schools and students. 7pm. Url: http://redhookeducationfoundation.com.

  • Saturday, June 29
    Progressive Dairy Goat Show
    Dutchess Cty Fairgrounds. Rt. 9, Rhinebeck. Call for details. Phone: 845-876-4001. Email: info@dutchessfair.com. Url: http://dutchessfair.com.

  • Sunday, June 30
    Re-Opening of FDR Library
    The Roosevelt Library brings a "New Deal to a New Generation." Grand opening of new permanent museum exhibits with special interactives, immersive audio‐visual theaters, and rarely seen artifacts that tell the story of the Roosevelt era. Public opening 2–8pm. Email: clifford.laube@nara.gov. Url: http://www.fdrlibrary.marist.edu.

  • Thursday, July 4
    150th Anniversary Gettysburg
    Commemorating the battle. Program: Legion Color Guard, Benediction by Pastor Mark Isaacs, stories of Rhinebeck Civil War Veterans and brief history of battle. 10am–11am. Phone: 845-876-0246. Email: dhmny@aol.com. Url: http://rhinebeckhistoricalsociety.org.

  • Thursday, July 4
    Old-Fashioned Independence Day
    Crafts, reenactors, music, entertainment, hot food. Perfect day for families. 2pm–10pm; $10 per car/ friends $8. Phone: 518-537-4240. Url: http://friendsofclermont.org .

Dutch's Spirits: This Time It's Legal

by Christopher Matthews  

In Pine Plains: the resurrection of Dutch Schultz’s one-time "turkey farm."

Clermont Reclaims Its Cottage

by Teresa Vilardi  

The modest refuge that served as home for the last of the Clermont Livingstons takes on a whole new set of uses.

Local History

"Here Shall the Press. . . "

by Claudine & Christopher Klose  

The Poughkeepsie Journal presents a political history of Dutchess County.

Clermont Reclaims Its Cottage

by Teresa Vilardi  

The modest refuge that served as home for the last of the Clermont Livingstons takes on a whole new set of uses.

General Interest

Ooohh, Honey!

by CaitJohnson  

Some healthy suggestions that prove why honey’s not only delicious but good for you.

It’s All About the Dogs

by Arlene Wege  

A remarkable organization and its campaign to clear the record (and the good name) of the pit bull.

Building & Home

Confessions of a Casual Gardener

by Dorothy Dow Crane  

Admiration for the weeds?

Food & Wine

Ooohh, Honey!

by CaitJohnson  

Some healthy suggestions that prove why honey’s not only delicious but good for you.

Down Home in Uptown

by Mary Leonard  

Three cafés enliven the local scene.

Health & Wellness

Ooohh, Honey!

by CaitJohnson  

Some healthy suggestions that prove why honey’s not only delicious but good for you.

Travels with My Aunt: Through the Looking Glass of Nursing Homes

by Rachel Cavell  

An unexpected relationship brings home some elemental but difficult truths.

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Dutchess/Columbia Community Businesses

A trained gardener who designs, installs and provides maintenance for mixed borders and perennial beds with a native plant emphasis for naturalizing and hopefully, for four season appeal.

83 Scism Rd, Tivoli
845-756-5785

Let me be your Home Personal Shopper, I can open every door & every listing, in the area—guiding you through the home buying process with 100% commitment 100% of the time. A Buyer’s Market deserves a 100% Buyer’s Real Estate Agency. Speak with Harvey Brown or email him, meet either upstate or in NYC, visit our website, connecting city and country living.

845-876-3502 or 212-228-6705

Highest quality wallpaper hanging. 30 years experience in the New York metropolitan area, now installing wall coverings in the Hudson Valley also. Skilled in all types of wallpaper. Excellent references. Insured.

845-679-8305 or 917-574-7002

Fun filled events in a beautiful setting on special Friday evenings at Clermont State Park. Local farms, local food and local folk come together to on June 14, July 12, August 9 & September 13. Free.

Clermont State Historic Site Off Rt. 9G, Clermont

The Gardens at Rhinebeck . . . Live simply in a wonderful community of designed and detailed condominium homes set amidst meadows and ponds and built for comfort, value, durability, and easy living. Enjoy the historic charm, abundant shopping, fine dining, and cultural events nearby in the Village of Rhinebeck.

301 Ivy Trail, Rhinebeck
845-516-4261

Garden center, nursery, gift and floral shops, gorgeous indoor greenhouse. Thousands of annuals and perennials from our farm. Also: fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, deli, cheese shop, coffee. Everything fresh & delicious. Family owned since 1919.

1560 Rt. 9W, Kingston
845-336-6300

Pizza, calzones, stromboli, hot & cold & parmigiana heros—and full Italian dinner menu. Homemade sauces, pizza dough, & desserts (cheese cake, cannoli & specials). Directions from 9G: go east at Germantown light and take first left.

85 Palatine Park Rd., Germantown
518-537-6262

Get hot & cold subs & the best pizza in town at this family-owned community gathering spot in the heart of the village.

7514 N. Broadway, Red Hook
845-758-5808

Rhinebeck Artist's Shop offers the finest of fine art materials, beautiful cards and clever gifts as well as the services of our fully-equipped professional frame shop for all your framing needs.

188 Main St., New Paltz
845-255-5533

The Atwater Gallery, located above the Rhinebeck Artist's Shop in Rhinebeck, is a beautiful light-filled exhibition space showing changing exhibits of professional, quality modern art from the Hudson Valley and beyond.

56 E. Market St., Rhinebeck
845-876-4922

An architectural firm founded in 1971 with offices in Dutchess County and New York City, providing contemporary, award-winning site-specific residential designs: new houses, additions, renovations and interiors. See our website and/or call for brochure.

PO Box 162, Clinton Corners
845-266-4744

Our aim is to give you an authentic, integrated and transformative yoga experience. We welcome you to come just as you are and enjoy ongoing weekly classes. We offer: Yoga for Every Body, Vinyasa, Affordable $5 Community Class, Beyond Basics, Svaroopa, Tai Chi, as well as special workshops and teacher training. Find our schedule online or drop us an email.

403 Warren St., Hudson
518-828-1034

Live, quality music for all occasions: Jazz, dinner & cocktail music for weddings & corporate events. "The Music was excellent; a wonderful time was had by all and the Music contributed so much to the atmosphere of the event." —Dutchess County Arts Council. Sample available on CD or online. See also under "Music Instruction."

Tivoli
845-757-4187

Our company ranks 8th in dollar sales for 2012 out of 150 companies belonging to the Mid-Hudson Multiple Listing service. Our offices, located in Millbrook and Rhinebeck, specialize in country and village properties in Dutchess and Columbia counties.

51-3 East Market St, Rhinebeck
845-876-6676

All your Indian favorites: curries, tandooris, vindaloos, vegetarian and meat favorites, breads and appetizers.

28 E. Market St, Red Hook
845-758-2666

AboutTown Ulster: PO Box 474, New Paltz, NY 12561, 845-691-2089  EMAIL US
AboutTown Dutchess/Columbia: The Chocolate Factory, 54 Elizabeth Street, Suite 11, Red Hook, NY 12571, 845-758-3616  EMAIL US
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